| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 98.7 in | 3.7 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 161.1 in | 10.8 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 67.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 59.0 in | 2.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3140 lb. | 2965 lb. | 175 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 52.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.7 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 49.3 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 33.5 in | 2.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 |
| 2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle.